Its official. Its Spring time in Summit County!!

We made it through the winter and what a fantastic winter it was!! Breckenridge had a record breaking 111″ of powder in March.

If you still need more downhill time, Breckenridge has lifts open daily until Monday, May 27th.  Enjoy the Bud Light Beach at the base of Peak 7 where snow beach volleyball, Adirondack chairs and mixed music create the perfect après experience.  Live music Saturdays and Sundays from 12-3pm.

If you’ve already put your gear away, there is plenty to do in Summit this springtime.  Why not help out your community?

TOWN CLEAN UP DAY IS SAT MAY 18, 2019.

The towns of Dillon, Frisco, Breckenridge and Silverthorne invite residents, visitors and businesses to participate in Community Clean-Up Day.  Towns will provide all of the necessary materials for participants such as trash bags and gloves. Volunteers will meet in the morning to pick up refreshments, instructions, supplies and head out to clean our community. Following the work portion of the day, volunteers are invited to post-clean-up picnics and parties featuring live music and free beer. Don’t forget sunscreen and water and a big pat on the back for helping keep our community beautiful!!

Volunteer check-in is 9AM. Breckenridge participants meet at the Riverwalk Center,  Dillon at Town Hall,  Frisco volunteers meet at Frisco Historic Park & Museum and Silverthorne at Rainbow Park.

HAVE FUN & THANK YOU FOR KEEPING SUMMIT BEAUTIFUL 

 

Springtime weather in Summit County is unpredictable. Some days are sunny and the snow can’t melt fast enough. While other days are brisk and snowy.  No matter what Mother Nature throws our way, everyday in Summit is gorgeous and filled with opportunities to have FUN!!

Its closing weekend at Copper Mountain. No shortage of fun to be had here! Close out Copper’s winter season with a splash.

Take a chance at Red Bull SlopeSoakers! This SAT 04/20, the 8th annual is SlopeSoakers contest combines a Slopestyle Rail Jam and a Pond Skim at the base of Center Village, followed by FREE Live Music from Andy Grammer from 3:30-5.  Sunday, Copper is hosting the world’s largest Easter egg hunt. All ages are invited to participate both on mountain and throughout the village, with more free music 3:00 – 4:30pm  by The Struts. For a complete listing of closing weekend activities visit www.coppercolorado.com

Wanna meet the Easter bunny? Come to The Outlets at Silverthorne this Saturday!!  Bring your kids and your camera and head over to the blue village at The Outlets. The Easter bunny will be visiting from 11-2pm along with a FREE petting zoo!!  For the adults, there’s a golden egg hunt with 5 chances to win $300 Outlet gift cards. Store have special spring sales all weekend in case you need to buy your Easter bonnet or fill you baskets with goodies.

If you’d like to worship on Sunday before you ski, here is a list of on mountain Easter services:

Breckenridge — At 6 a.m. on Easter Sunday, load the Quicksilver lift on Peak 9 at Breckenridge Ski Resort up to a special location at 10,000 feet for a free sunrise Easter service. No lift ticket is required; however, ski equipment will not be allowed up the chair and you must by on the lift by 6:10 a.m. Dress warmly for the chair ride and be a part of this service; coffee and pastries will be available for purchase on location at Ten Mile Station.

Copper Mountain — Ride the American Eagle Chairlift at Copper Mountain Resort to the Nature Center behind Solitude Station for an Easter service that starts at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, April 5. You must have a lift ticket or pass and be able to ski or ride down the mountain.

For a complete listing of all Holy Week services: www.summitdaily.com/explore-summit/events/easter-worship-services-in-summit-county

HAPPY EASTER SUMMIT COUNTY

It’s officially spring in Summit County!

March 2019 was the snowiest March in Keystone ever with over 7 feet of fresh powder.

There is no better was to welcome spring than to slap on your sunscreen and head over to Keystone while you still can.  Official closing day is April 7th. Keystone celebrates the end of winter season with its annual  Slush Cup on Sunday, April 7. Fun for the entire family, including pond skimming competitions for kids and adults!! Followed by apres in any of the many River Run restaurants and pubs. Or head over to The Goat and catch some live music.

Summitcove has over 300 properties to choose from including ski-in/ski-out, log cabins, condos and patio homes- all accessible by the Summit Stage FREE bus. Summitcove Lodging is offering 15% all 2-night stays at their Keystone properties this April.

So why not spend you spring on the sunny slopes of Keystone?

Book your getaway now at https://www.summitcove.com/land/april/

 

Fat Tuesday is March 5th and Breckenridge plans to celebrate!!!

Welcome Cajuns to Mardi Gras 2019~ Summit Style!!  The town of Breckenridge will host her annual  Mardi Gras parade down Main Street starting at 430pm.  Proper attire is purple, green & gold with a few festive beads, feathered masks and a warm jacket; after all it’s still winter in Colorado.

Spectators are invited to gather along the fenced parade route on Main Street and watch the fun as local citizens and business gallivant through Breckenridge.  There will be plenty of decorated floats, lots of laughs and Beads! Beads! Beads!

When the procession ends,  join the town for a FREE concert by the Hazel Miller Band at the Riverwalk Center.  Then hit up one of the many restaurants and bars in the greater Summit metropolis and let the party continue.   Might I suggest, The Lost Cajun with locations on Main Street Breckenridge and Main Street Frisco.  Mardi Gras must-do!!!

 

ASH WEDNESDAY is March 6th.

True Fat Tuesday marauders know the reason behind this annual festival: Celebrate hard before 40 days of Lent.

Here’s a schedule of services on Ash Wednesday

Mass-St. Mary, Breckenridge-8:00am

Our Lady of Peace,Silverthorne 1:00pm
Parish Center-Casa Gabriel Open- 4:30pm

K-5 Religious Education-Our Lady of Peace- 5:15pm
Ashes and Communion Service-Copper Mountain- 6:00pm
Confessions-Our Lady of Peace- 6:00pm

K-5 Religious Education in Spanish-Our Lady of Peace-6:30pm
Knights of Columbus Rosary- St. Mary, Breckenridge- 7:00pm

Mass-St. Mary, Breckenridge & Our Lady of Peace,Silverthorne- 8:30pm
Mass-Spanish-Our Lady of Peace- 8:30pm – 9:30pm

 

 

LOVE IS IN THE AIR!

Love-Love-Love the Lodge at Breckenridge.

Valentine’s Day is a week away. Now is a good time to make dinner and spa reservations for that special person in your life. The Lodge at Breckenridge is a quaint spot for a romantic getaway located 2 miles from Main Street Breckenridge.  You can enjoy the perfect get-away without actually getting away.

The Lodge at Breckenridge, nestled high above town off Boreas Pass Road, has everything you need under one roof to delight your sweetie.  Alpine Spa at the Lodge at Breckenridge has an experienced staff of therapists skilled in the arts of healing and relaxation. Their services include traditional Swedish and deep tissue massage, as well as high elevation and hydration treatments.

Don’t forget to pack your swim suit!!   You simply can not beat the unobstructed view from their outdoor hot tubs.

After a day of relaxation, head to the Traverse Restaurant, featuring delicious cuisine with a spectacular view of Breckenridge.  Choose from lamb, duck, seafood, steak and more.  The menu is both diverse and delicious.

A day at the Lodge at Breckenridge is the perfect way to say I LOVE YOU!!

 

Summit County has the BEST terrain in the Rockies and conditions are the BEST we’ve seen in years.  When you hit the slopes, make sure you have the BEST time by wearing the BEST gear. 

Whether you are renting or buying, you deserve comfort and quality.  Alpine Sports has got you covered with a huge selections of  kids’, junior and adult performance snowboards, skis and boots or pick from their demo selection of all Mountain or Powder skis and snowboards.

Alpine Sports in Breckenridge gets you on the slopes fast with the latest and greatest winter sports equipment available. Goggles, snow pants, helmets, gloves, hats. You name it;  they’ve got it!  Alpine Sports has a fully stocked showroom of ski accessories to keep you warm when shredding and complimentary local craft beer while you shop.

 

Alpine Sports’ expert ski and board technicians will wax, tune and repair your skis or board while you enjoy the Breckenridge night life.  Bring your equipment into any of their three stores by 6 pm and they’ll have them back to you by 8 am the following day!

You deserve the best experience on the slopes.  Let Alpine Sports get you there.